Lando's got some bottle

LANDO NORRIS believes his decision to shut out the snipers is the key factor behind a late charge to Formula One world championship glory.

- BY DANIEL MOXON

JUST CHAMP Norris revels in Sao Paulo Grand Prix win

The Brit is now the clear title favourite after winning from pole in Sao Paulo, which put him 24 points ahead of teammate Oscar Piastri with three rounds left.

Max Verstappen stole some of the spotlight yesterday with a second outrageous comeback drive in as many years at Interlagos.

The Red Bull racer didn't win this time but, starting from the pit lane after a wretched qualifying, he didn’t even need rain to cut through the field and finish third - less than 11 seconds off the lead.